chemise
/ʃəˈmiːz
/noun
1A dress hanging straight from the shoulders, popular in the 1920s.She was dressed in a simple chemise of cotton and flannel....
- Kendra had on a silk chemise, a shawl and one of her best hats.
- Skirts twisted around legs as ladies spun, men's doublet sleeves traded with the sleeves of shifts and chemises as couples turned around quickly to the music.
1.1A woman’s loose-fitting undergarment or nightdress.In medieval times, Cyprus was known for its silk bridal chemises and undergarments....
- It also has a new chapter on the history of drawers and knickers and one covering the chemise and petticoats.
- She put on her chemise and her under panties then clipped on her stockings.
1.2A priest’s alb or surplice.He was wearing black robes over a white chemise and pants.
1.3 historical A smock.
Origin
Middle English: from Old French, from late Latin camisia 'shirt or nightgown'.